Allergy, Individual Marker, Pecan

An Allergy, Individual Marker, PECAN is a blood test used to detect an allergy to pecans by identifying specific antibodies against the pecan antigen. Pecans are a type of nut known to cause allergies in most people. If you are allergic to pecans, your immune system triggers an allergic reaction when you consume these nuts. As a result, IgE antibodies produce histamines, and you manifest symptoms of the allergy.

Symptoms of pecan allergy include rashes, diarrhea, itching, breathing difficulty, sneezing, sore throat, headaches, swelling of lips, mouth, eyes, and in some severe cases, death. It is advisable to avail of medical consultation if you experience these symptoms. If you are allergic to pecans, avoid eating them in all forms like raw nuts, in baked foods, and processed foods.